Carol McPherson

Carol McPherson is an Editor for SmarterTravel Media. Follow her on Instagram @cj_mcpherson.

A member of SmarterTravel since 2019, Carol is an eco-friendly travel enthusiast with a passion for exploring historical sites and trying new things (especially new foods!) She’s lived in Boston and Rome, and hopes to call more cities home in the future.

The Handy Item I Always Pack: “Noise cancelling headphones. I can handle a flight of any length if I have my headphones and a good podcast.”

Ultimate Bucket List Experience: "Hiking trip in New Zealand."

Travel Motto: “You never know until you try!”

Aisle, Window, or Middle Seat: “Aisle for long-haul flights, window for short. Does anyone pick middle?”

What to Pack for Europe in Winter

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Couple walking along a tree-lined path toward the Eiffel Tower in the snow

Packing
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French bee Premium Economy Class Review: Is It Worth It?

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Air Travel
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The 10 Best Travel Items You Can Get on Etsy

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Three minimalist prints based on national parks

At Home
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How to Become a More Organized Traveler

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Hands packing a suitcase full of packing cubes

Airfare Tips
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The Best Single-Dish Restaurants Around the World

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Cheese plate next to glass of red wine, as seen from above

Food & Drink
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7 Best Places to Go for Thanksgiving Weekend

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Holiday Travel
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The 7 Best U.S. Cities and Towns to See Fall Foliage

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Cities
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10 Dreamy Hotel Wedding Venues in the United States

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Close up of table decor for a wedding with twinkle string lights out of focus in the background

Hotels & Resorts
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33 Must-Pack Road Trip Essentials

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Road Trip
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San Luis Obispo: A Model for Your Next Sustainable Vacation

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View of San Luis Obispo, California from the top of Cerro Peak

Sustainable Travel
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12 Shockingly Stylish Walking Shoes for Travel

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Close up of a person wearing white sneakers crossing the street

Fashion & Beauty
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SmarterStay: Spend a Weekend in San Luis Obispo, California

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Panoramic view of San Luis Obispo, California

Weekend Getaways
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Travel Tips & Advice
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